Student Supervision Aide

Position Type:
Elementary School

Date Posted:
9/23/2026

Location:
Northwestern Elementary School


Student Supervision Aide

Reports To: Building Principal or Designee
Employment Status: Classified Staff
Work Schedule: Per adopted school calendar and assigned building schedule

Position Summary:
The Student Supervision Aide provides noninstructional supervision of students in assigned school areas and activities. The aide supports safe, orderly, respectful, and efficient school operations by actively monitoring students, reinforcing building expectations, responding appropriately to student needs, and communicating concerns to designated staff.

Essential Functions:
Student Supervision
Actively supervise students in assigned areas, including the cafeteria, playground, hallways, restrooms, arrival and dismissal areas, and other common spaces.
Maintain continuous visual awareness of students and position oneself to monitor assigned areas effectively.
Reinforce school rules, routines, safety procedures, and expectations in a fair, consistent, and respectful manner.
Direct student movement and transitions to promote orderly traffic flow and timely arrival at assigned locations.
Assist students with routine needs during lunch or other supervised periods, consistent with district procedures and assigned responsibilities.

Safety and Behavior Support
Identify and respond promptly to unsafe conditions, inappropriate behavior, conflicts, injuries, or other concerns.
Use de-escalation and behavior-support practices while maintaining a calm and professional manner.
Refer disciplinary concerns and significant incidents to the administrator, or designated staff member.
Follow emergency procedures and immediately report accidents, injuries, suspected bullying, threats, or other safety concerns.

Student Care and Building Support
Promote respectful interactions and an inclusive environment for all students.
Provide age-appropriate assistance while encouraging student independence and responsible behavior.
Help maintain clean, orderly, and safe supervision areas by reporting spills, hazards, damaged equipment, or facility concerns.
Support assigned school routines and special activities as directed by the building principal or designee.

Communication and Coordination
Work cooperatively with teachers, food-service staff, office staff, custodians, administrators, and other employees.
Communicate student concerns, incidents, and relevant observations promptly and factually to designated staff.
Follow assigned schedules, supervision plans, and staff directions.
Maintain confidentiality of student and district information in accordance with FERPA and district policy.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
One-Year Student Monitor Educational Aide Permit issued by the Ohio State Board of Education, or ability to obtain the permit upon district recommendation.
Satisfactory completion of all required criminal background checks and other employment requirements.
Experience working with children in a school, recreation, childcare, or youth setting preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to supervise groups of students and maintain appropriate order and discipline.
Ability to follow established procedures and work under the direction of administrators and designated licensed staff.
Sound judgment and the ability to respond calmly and promptly to student, safety, and emergency situations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to interact with students in a patient, respectful, impartial, and professional manner.
Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to work effectively as part of a school team.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in school settings with frequent and direct student interaction.
Assignments may include indoor and outdoor supervision in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
The work environment may be noisy, active, and fast-paced, particularly during lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal.
The position requires frequent movement, sustained attention, and the ability to respond quickly to changing conditions.
Student behavior or emergency needs may result in incidental physical contact.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and move throughout assigned supervision areas.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and respond quickly when student safety requires assistance.
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds and perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Responsibilities:
Adhere to all Northwestern Local Schools Board of Education policies, procedures, and staff expectations.
Maintain regular, punctual, and reliable attendance.
Complete required training, including student safety, emergency procedures, confidentiality, and behavior support.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Northwestern Local Schools' classified staff evaluation procedures and policies.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The Northwestern Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.

Terms of Employment
Salary and work year are established by the Northwestern Local Schools Board of Education in accordance with the negotiated agreement.

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, references, and credentials through the district's AppliTrack system.

Note: This job description provides a general overview of the position and required qualifications. It is not exhaustive and may be revised as state requirements, district policies, or operational needs change.

Attachment(s):

• Student Supervision Aide